PHOENIX – A Proclamation has
been issued by the Office of the Governor, designating May 20th, 2017 as
"National Armed Force FreedomRide" in Arizona. The declaration recognizes
the significance of Armed Forces Day and the “National Armed Forces FreedomRide”

President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single
holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their
patriotic service in support of our country. On August 31, 1949, Secretary
of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to
replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days. The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the
Armed Forces under the Department of Defense. On May 20, 1950 the
first official Armed Forces Day was celebrated and has been
since then on the third Saturday every year. This year will mark the
first day that the NAFFR falls on the same day it was proclaimed back on May
20, 1950.

Please join us honoring and
participating in the "National Armed Forces FreedomRide" event on May
20th, 2017.

The event takes
place at the American Legion Post 2 doors open at 8:00 am 2125 S Industrial Park Ave, Tempe

The ceremonies will open at 8:30 with the presentation
of the colors by the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps – Phoenix Division, followed by
the National Anthem performed by Annette "Red' Baker.

A proclamation from the governor’s office will be read and presented by
Dave Hampton, AZ Department of Veterans Services on behalf of Governor Doug
Ducey.

Chuck Franklin Law

https://chuckfranklinlaw.com/

MISSION COMPLETED on May 20, 2017

6th National Armed Forces FreedomRide USA 2015

President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.

On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days.

The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.

This year May 20, 2017 marks the 67th anniversary of Armed Forces Day, This will be the FIRST time the FreedomRide falls on the same day it was proclaimed a National Holiday...In a speech announcing the formation of the day, President Truman "praised the work of the military services at home and across the seas" and said, "it is vital to the security of the nation and to the establishment of a desirable peace." In an excerpt from the Presidential Proclamation of Feb. 27, 1950, Mr. Truman stated: Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 20, 1950, marks the first combined demonstration by America's defense team of its progress, under the National Security Act, towards the goal of readiness for any eventuality. It is the first parade of preparedness by the unified forces of our land, sea, and air defense

THANK YOU to all the Riders, Sponsors, Supporters and Volunteers that make this possible.

The funds raised from this event/ride benefits Military Assistance Mission and the $$ stay right here in Arizona...

Your donations benefit Our Active Military & their Families

Since 2010 the NAFFR Arizona alone has raised over $35,000 for Our Active Military & their Families in times of financial needs.

On the 20th day of May 2017 Armed Forces Day, The 7th National Armed Forces FreedomRide will happen

We need this to spread Nation Wide with a showing of support for all Our Armed Forces.

We may not agree with the why or causes of these battles in which they fight, but it is vital that we stand proudly and show the pride and support we hold for all these brave men and women, that serve our country.

There are 23 states that will form their National Armed Forces FreedomRide in 2017 and All States and Patrons involved are encourage to Fly their Flags that day and wave them with Pride that they hold in their hearts for all who are serving our Armed Forces

Arizona is working with others in the community to make this a successful, statewide occasion every year.

Aurora Our Mascot since 2011

"Tank"

The Marine Dog

since 2011

The National Armed Forces FreedomRide Arizona is Dedicated to the Memory of Sgt. Micheal A. Marzano 28, of Greenville, Pennsylvania.

Marzano sacrificed his life on May 7, 2005 as the result of an explosion caused by a suicide vehicle borne improvised explosive device while conducting combat operations in Hadithah, Iraq.